EVENTS & WORKSHOPS
Where founders learn,
connect, and grow.
A full calendar of workshops, networking evenings, pitch nights, and special events — open to the whole Bahrain startup community.
Workshops
Networking
Pitch Night
Accelerator
2026 CALENDAR
What's on this year.
MAY 2026
MAY
20
WORKSHOP
Cyber-Ready from Day One: Protecting Your Startup as You Scale
Learn to safeguard your operations, strengthen digital infrastructure, and implement scalable security measures.
MAY
27
NETWORKING
The Art of Founder Networking
Clear positioning, meaningful conversations, and connections that drive real business growth.
JUNE 2026
JUN
17
WORKSHOP
Building, Growing, and Scaling Successful Businesses
Products that solve real needs, marketing that converts, and financial frameworks that provide control and flexibility.
JULY 2026
JUL
01+
PITCH NIGHT
Startup Pitch Night — From Deck to Deal
Present to investors, get honest direct feedback. Bi-monthly from July through December 2026.
JUL
22
WORKSHOP
Building Influence Through Brand & Presence
Define your personal brand, communicate with confidence, and speak with purpose as a founder.
JUL
29
NETWORKING
Beyond Networking: Building Strategic Alliances
Move beyond introductions into meaningful collaboration — partnerships, clients, and growth channels.
AUGUST 2026
AUG
19
WORKSHOP
Telecom & Cloud + Tech-Ready Startup from Day One
Two back-to-back sessions by stc Bahrain — cloud infrastructure and building tech-ready operations.
SEPTEMBER 2026
SEP
22
WORKSHOP
Winning Customers, Building Loyalty, Training High-Performing Teams
Align team performance with brand promise and build scalable, customer-centric operations.
SEP
29
NETWORKING
Opportunities in Motion: Founder Connections that Convert
Activate your network — identify collaborations, partnerships, and real growth channels.
OCTOBER 2026
OCT
21
WORKSHOP
Data-Driven Growth: AI, Social Media & What Your Numbers Really Mean
Leverage AI tools, decode key metrics, and make informed decisions that drive real growth.
NOVEMBER 2026
NOV
18
WORKSHOP
Your Startup Isn't Failing, Your System Is
Build systems that enable sustainable success — decision-making, team dynamics, and internal structure.
DECEMBER 2026
DEC
10
SPECIAL EVENT
Kickstart ProSpace Launch
The launch of Kickstart ProSpace — a purpose-built business centre. An evening of community and celebration.
DEC
30
NETWORKING
The Growth Circle: Founders, Deals & Collaboration
Showcase your venture, connect with stakeholders, and turn connections into partnerships and growth.
EVENT PARTNERS
Delivered with the best
in the region.
stc Bahrain
Expert-led workshops on cybersecurity, telecom, cloud solutions, and AI — bringing technical depth directly to our founder community.
The Startup Buddy
Southeast Asia's largest virtual Accelerator-as-a-Service — powering our online accelerator programs and connecting cohorts to a global network.
Industry Speakers
Leaders like Mateo Ramos, Sura Al-Refaie, Riza Castillo, and Dr. Shaikh Saqer Al Khalifa — bringing real-world expertise to every session.
Investor Partners
Angel investors and venture capital partners backing our Startup Pitch Night — direct access to funding, feedback, and strategic connections.
GET INVOLVED
Want to attend, speak,
or sponsor an event?
All events are open to the wider Bahrain startup community — not just Kickstart members. Get in touch to reserve your spot or explore partnership opportunities.